Hope For Humanity
Lift for Citizen’s Development and Advancement (LICDA) is a not-for-profit organization that is keen on enhancing internet rights while curbing its abuse as well as promoting human rights, climate justice, public health, accountability and generally improving good governance in Nigeria in particular and Africa in general.
Digital Safety & Inclusion
Through our Digital Economy & Safer Environment Project, we equip women, youth, and grassroots entrepreneurs with digital literacy skills while promoting safe online practices. We advocate for responsible use of the internet and empower communities to thrive in the digital age.
Peacebuilding & Community Trust
We work to reduce tension, conflict, and polarization by fostering dialogue, mutual respect, and understanding between communities and institutions. Our Building Community Power through Building Trust Project strengthens collaboration between citizens and security agencies to create safer, more peaceful neighborhoods.
Human Rights & Civic Education
We empower citizens with the knowledge they need to understand their rights, fulfill their responsibilities, and engage confidently with security agencies and public institutions. Through community outreach, simplified civic education, and digital resources, we help build informed and responsible communities.
Digital Safety & Inclusion
Through our Digital Economy & Safer Environment Project, we equip women, youth, and grassroots entrepreneurs with digital literacy skills while promoting safe online practices. We advocate for responsible use of the internet and empower communities to thrive in the digital age.
Health, Inclusion & Social Wellness
LICDA promotes dignity, awareness, and social inclusion for people living with health-related stigmas — including our Vitiligo Awareness Project, which uses arts, storytelling, and advocacy to challenge bias and promote self-confidence.
Youth Empowerment & Leadership Development
We create platforms for young people to learn, lead, and shape the future of their communities. From civic training to mentorship and digital skill-building, we are committed to supporting the next generation of changemakers.
Featured Projects
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Vitiligo Awareness Programme
The Vitiligo Project aims to create the necessary awareness about Vitiligo in order to halt the discrimination and any form of social injustice against people with it…

Digital Economy and Safer Environment Project
LICDA through its Digital Economy and Safer Environment project is committed to enhance inclusion and digital literacy among women owned …

Building Trust: LICDA’s Bold Initiative to Combat Police Abuse in Nigeria
This groundbreaking project with support from Legal Empowerment Funds (LEF), kicked off with an inception and strategy meeting, setting the stage for meaningful change in police-citizen relations.
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The Team

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